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Patriotic Pinwheel Cookies: Easy Recipes for Festive Baking

Patriotic Pinwheel Cookies
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These Patriotic Pinwheel Cookies are a festive treat perfect for celebrations like Independence Day. Easy to make and delightful to eat!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup red food coloring
  • 1/2 cup blue food coloring

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until combined.
  6. Divide the dough into three equal parts. Color one part with red food coloring, one with blue, and leave one plain.
  7. Roll each colored dough into a rectangle on parchment paper.
  8. Stack the layers, rolling them up tightly to form a log.
  9. Chill the log in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
  10. Slice the log into rounds and place on a baking sheet.
  11. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
  12. Let cool before serving.

Notes

  • These cookies can be decorated with icing for extra flair.
  • Store in an airtight container to keep fresh.

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